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Invitation:

We cordilly invite you to participate in the International Conference on Magneto-Science (ICMS2007) to be held in Hiroshima during November 11 (Sun) – 15 (Thu), 2007.
The venue will be the International Conference Center Hiroshima at Peace Memorial Park in Hiroshima.

We are looking forward to seeing you in Hiroshima on November, 2007.
Yoshifumi Tanimoto
Chairperson
Important Dates:
Registration, submission, and payment open at May 1, 2007.
Deadline
Application for paper and abstract submission September 17, 2007.
Registration and payment of fees September 30, 2007.
Hotel reservation and payment October 28, 2007.
Application for financial support to young scientists
and students from overseas		 August 31, 2007.
Language:
The official language of the conference will be English.
Venue:
The conference will be held at the International Conference Center Hiroshima in Peace Memorial Park. (photo)
Address
1-5 Nakajima-cho, Naka-ku, Hiroshima 730-0811
Tel +81-(0)82-242-7777/Fax +81-(0)82-242-8010
Access
From Hiroshima International Airport, 50 min to JR Hiroshima Station by limousine bus ride. 10 min by taxi from JR Hiroshima Station.
Climate:
The average temperature in November is about 13 °C and the average rainfall is 64 mm.
Currency:
The local currency is the Japanese Yen (JPY). Current exchange rates are 1 USD = 120 JPY and 1 EUR = 160 JPY (data of Feb. 20, 2007). Foreign currency and travelers' checks are not accepted at most stores. Major credit cards are accepted at most hotels, restaurants, and shops. Small restaurants and shops might not accept credit cards. Currency exchange is conveniently available at local banks and costs a reasonable fee.
Passport and Visa:
Participants requiring a visa for entry to Japan are strongly advised to make their application in their home country at least three months before the intended date of arrival. For information please consult your nearest Japanese Embassy or Consulate or your travel agent.
Letter of Invitation:
Those who need a letter of invitation, please contact the ICMS2007 secretariat.